Deputy President Kithure Kindiki speaking during a church
service at AIC Kabartonjo in Baringo North on August 3, 2025/DPCSDeputy President Kithure Kindiki has said security has been
restored in Baringo and the wider Kerio Valley, paving the way for development
in the once-volatile region.
Speaking during a church service at AIC Kabartonjo in
Baringo North on Sunday, Kindiki called on North Rift leaders to support the
government’s ongoing peace efforts.
He noted that since the Kenya Kwanza government took office
in September 2022, the fight against banditry and cattle rustling has been
intensified.
“We have established a firm foundation in the search for
peace and security in Baringo and Kerio Valley region. This is the same
foundation the current Cabinet Secretary for Interior is pushing ahead to
ensure the area is peaceful. We wish him all the best,” he said.
The Deputy President, who served as Interior Cabinet Secretary before his current role, made 19 visits to the region to lead peace restoration efforts.
He said criminals, not communities, were responsible for
past insecurity.
“I’m happy to be back in Baringo when security has been
restored. We have deployed National Police Reservists and special units, and if
there is a shortage, we will increase the number,” he stated.
Kindiki said the improved security would now allow for
faster economic development.
He highlighted several key projects, including the
tarmacking of roads that had stalled for years, such as Kipsaraman-Kinyach,
Kinyach-Kapsowar, and Barwesa-Kolowa.
He also said the government is prioritizing the
Chemolingot-Kapedo-Lokori-Lodwar Road and pledged to push for its construction.
Modern markets are also being built, including in Kabartonjo town.
“Security has improved and now we are focusing on the expansion
of roads, agriculture, water, education, and other development activities in
the region,” he added.
Kindiki praised President William Ruto for his commitment to
peace and urged residents to continue praying for him.
“The President has done his best, we should continue praying
for him to steer our country to greatness,” he said.
The service was led by AIC Baringo Bishop William Kotut and
was attended by MPs Joseph Makilap (Baringo North), Musa Sirma (Eldama Ravine),
Joshua Kandie (Baringo Central) and William Kamket (Tiaty).
